South Korea or Japan: where should I travel?
South Korea vs Japan. Distinctive cultural identity, tradition and modernity.
South Korea vs Japan. Distinctive cultural identity, tradition and modernity.
With cities leading in fashion and technology that coexist with other deeply traditional ones, South Korea combines palaces, temples, cutting-edge design and mountain trails, all to the relentless rhythm of K-pop. Its fantastic food is another reason to travel to this country.
Special departures “Autumn colours» on 28 September and 28 October.
The cherry blossom—벚꽃 (Beotkkot)—is the flower of February and a symbol of renewal and fleeting beauty.
The origins and history of cherry blossoms in Korea are controversial. Some say the Japanese planted the trees, while others argue that they were already present in the country and valued as a useful material long before the Japanese arrived.
After a wave of infections, South Korea was able to significantly reduce the number of new cases of Covid-19, while maintaining a relatively low mortality rate. The country has attracted attention for a strategy combining public information, community participation and a mass testing campaign.
South Korea carried out more tests than any other country, allowing it to tackle outbreaks very early
In the same spirit of public participation, everyone arriving in South Korea, regardless of where they come from, will be subject to “special procedures” (quarantine).